2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Toyota Previa
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 Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Previa weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Previa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
