2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
Model | Town & Country | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |