2000 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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. Both 2000 Ford Mondeo and 1997 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 28 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Mondeo. (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Mondeo | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |