2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1292 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Expedition | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 55 L |
