2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Focus | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |