2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Excursion | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 55 L |
