2007 Toyota Tundra vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Tundra | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Toyota | Skoda |
| Model | Tundra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
