2006 Dodge Caravan vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caravan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 455 kg more than 2003 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 four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caravan 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (311 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caravan. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caravan | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Caravan | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3309 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
