2004 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Transit Connect | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Transit Connect | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |