2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Freestar | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
