2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 380 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.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Dodge | Skoda |
Model | Ram | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |