2010 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1465 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford F-250 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | F-250 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6253 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |