2007 Ford Territory vs. 1998 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 800 kg more than 1998 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1998 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1998 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 1998 Skoda Octavia
Make Ford Skoda
Model Territory Octavia
Year Released 2007 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 1596 cc
Horse Power 244 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2015 kg 1215 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2520 mm


 

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