1995 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 189 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escort | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
