2000 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escape | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escape | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |