2003 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Octavia | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2113 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 56 L |
