2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 548 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.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
