2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2008 Ford F-350 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 2008 Ford F-350. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-350 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
