2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford Mustang.
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, 2006 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 (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Mustang | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |