2009 Ford F-250 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Because 2009 Ford F-250 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-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | F-250 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 55 L |