2007 Ford Galaxy vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy 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), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Octavia (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 474 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
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 Galaxy (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Galaxy | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Galaxy | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3530 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |