2010 Toyota Highlander vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Highlander is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 681 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Highlander 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, 2010 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Highlander | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Toyota | Skoda |
Model | Highlander | Octavia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3300 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |