2008 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Focus | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |