2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 577 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Caravan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Dodge Caravan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Caravan | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
