2002 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 24 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
