2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 3 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Ford Ranger (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Octavia | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
