2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 113 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
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2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Focus | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |