2011 Ford Flex vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 603 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.
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, 2011 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Flex | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Flex | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
