2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 683 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 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
