2000 Ford TL-50 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 TL-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TL-50 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TL-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TL-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TL-50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 28 kg more than 2000 Ford TL-50.

Because 2000 Ford TL-50 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford TL-50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TL-50 (570 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford TL-50 2008 Skoda Octavia
Make Ford Skoda
Model TL-50 Octavia
Year Released 2000 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 148 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 1330 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 55 L


 

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