2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 633 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1943 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2580 mm |
