2005 Chrysler Neon vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Neon and 2005 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Neon.

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, 2005 Chrysler Neon (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Neon 2005 Skoda Octavia
Make Chrysler Skoda
Model Neon Octavia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 4950 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 55 L


 

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