2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Escape | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escape | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1896 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |