2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota 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, 2003 Dodge Dakota 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Dodge Dakota. (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Dakota | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
