2005 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 23 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |