2004 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Octavia. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Skoda | Honda |
Model | Octavia | Pilot |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |