2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition 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 Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Expedition | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Expedition | Octavia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |