2003 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2045 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 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Excursion | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Excursion | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5954 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |