2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 4 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 196 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 210 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |