2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mustang and 2001 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 132 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Mustang 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 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Mustang | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |