2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (311 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Explorer | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
