2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Ram | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
