2004 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Focus | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Focus | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |