1997 Ford Contour vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 25 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 1997 Ford Contour. 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 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Contour | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Contour | Octavia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |