2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 464 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 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Octavia | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
