2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1805 kg more than 1999 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Excursion | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3020 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
