2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 138 kg more than 2006 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 Galaxy (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Galaxy | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |