2010 Toyota Sienna vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 655 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Toyota Sienna | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Toyota | Skoda |
Model | Sienna | Octavia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1966 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |