1999 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1999 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1999 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Skoda | Chrysler |
Model | Octavia | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3078 mm |