2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2224 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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 (759 Nm) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Excursion | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5949 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 235 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1280 kg |
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 |