2012 Toyota Tundra vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2012 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Tundra | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Toyota | Skoda |
| Model | Tundra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
