2002 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
