2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Voyager and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
Model | Voyager | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |