2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 397 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 2012 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 2012 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Skoda | Ford |
Model | Octavia | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |