2002 Honda Insight vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 480 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Insight | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Insight | Octavia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |