2004 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.

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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Civic 2001 Skoda Octavia
Make Honda Skoda
Model Civic Octavia
Year Released 2004 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1668 cc 1798 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1950 RPM
Top Speed 182 km/hour 234 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1340 kg 1325 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 55 L


 

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