2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 115 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Falcon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |
