2006 Ford Focus 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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2007 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, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
