2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 150 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Focus | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |