2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia 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 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2009 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Octavia 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-150 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2520 mm |
