2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
