2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-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 F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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 F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Felicia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Felicia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford F-150 | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | F-150 | Felicia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2460 mm |