2010 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 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 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 403 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Fiesta | Octavia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |