2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | Octavia | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
