2008 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Falcon weights approximately 279 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 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Falcon | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Falcon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4967 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1868 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1433 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2838 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
