2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (187 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 175 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3270 mm |
