2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Focus | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |