2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 34 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ranger (250 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Ranger | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 148 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |