2008 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 37 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
