2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Dodge Dakota 2002 Skoda Octavia
Make Dodge Skoda
Model Dakota Octavia
Year Released 2007 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 7.2 L/100km


 

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