2003 Ford Model U vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Ford Model U is newer by 1 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Model U is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Model U (149 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2003 Ford Model U is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Model U 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 Model U (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Model U will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Model U | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Model U | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
