2010 Ford Taurus vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Ford Taurus 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Taurus weights approximately 456 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2010 Ford Taurus (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Taurus | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Taurus | Octavia |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5154 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2868 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |