2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Octavia and 2008 Toyota Hilux were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Octavia | Hilux |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |