2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari 360 and 2004 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ferrari 360 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ferrari 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Skoda |
| Model | 360 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
