2002 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 61 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
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, 2002 Honda Civic (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
