2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia.

Because 2006 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia. 2004 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Ranger 2004 Skoda Octavia
Make Ford Skoda
Model Ranger Octavia
Year Released 2006 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4016 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 206 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 324 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.4 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 77.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 84 L 55 L


 

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