1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 736 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2002 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Odyssey | Octavia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |