2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Ram | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2520 mm |
