2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1552 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
