2005 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 83 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1325 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
