2000 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,933 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Taurus weights approximately 241 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Taurus | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Taurus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1521 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
