2005 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape. 2007 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Escape will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Escape | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escape | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 60 L |