1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | Octavia | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
