2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1294 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Octavia | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 98 L |
