2004 Honda Z vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Honda Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Z. (62 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Z | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Z | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
