2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser and 2006 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 488 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
Model | PT Cruiser | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2427 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |