2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2013 Ford C-MAX is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford C-MAX (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 375 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.
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, 2013 Ford C-MAX (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Octavia | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2085 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
