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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Galaxy (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 474 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 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 | 2792 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
