2009 Ford E-150 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 364 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 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 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-150 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | E-150 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
