2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 249 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-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 F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-350 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
