2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2007 Skoda Octavia and 2007 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 221 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Skoda | Ford |
Model | Octavia | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1581 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |