2000 Ford Puma vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Puma | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Puma | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |