2012 Toyota Camry vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Camry weights approximately 107 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.
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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Camry | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Toyota | Skoda |
Model | Camry | Octavia |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |