2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 4 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 592 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford Crown Victoria (343 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Crown Victoria | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 148 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |