2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1997 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-150 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2520 mm |
