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


 

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