1997 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 30 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.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ranger. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ranger | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
