1999 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka 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 45 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. 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 1999 Ford Ka. 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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ka | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
