2008 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2008 Ford Escape and 2008 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,770 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Escape weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Skoda Superb.
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 Skoda Superb (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Escape | 2008 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escape | Superb |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
