2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Pacifica and 2006 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Pacifica | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
