2009 Toyota Yaris vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris. 2001 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Yaris | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Toyota | Skoda |
| Model | Yaris | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4299 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
