2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,360 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 31 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2360 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
