2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 Ford E-350 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-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-350 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | E-350 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |