2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford E-150 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | E-150 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |