2009 Ford Flex vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Flex | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |