2001 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2001 Chrysler Voyager and 2001 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (140 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 600 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2001 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2001 Chrysler Voyager has manual transmission. 2001 Chrysler Voyager will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Voyager | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Voyager | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
