2003 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 128 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 91 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Escape | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escape | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
