2007 Ford Fusion vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Ford Fusion is newer by 11 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fusion (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 74 kg more than 2007 Ford Fusion.
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, 2007 Ford Fusion (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fusion | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Fusion | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |