2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 479 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
