2006 Ford Maverick vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 230 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick 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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Maverick | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Maverick | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
