2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Ford Ranger and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 233 kg more than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger 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 Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ranger | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
