2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2003 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Superb. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1059 kg more than 2003 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (496 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Superb.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2003 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-150 | Superb |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |
