2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 272 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Uplander (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Uplander | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
