2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 Ford Freestyle and 2005 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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 Freestyle (281 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Freestyle | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Freestyle | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |