1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 666 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2010 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Octavia | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2868 mm |
