2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Taurus weights approximately 701 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Octavia | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
