2011 Dodge Ram vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Ram | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Ram | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
