2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chrysler 300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Skoda | Chrysler |
| Model | Octavia | 300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
