2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 243 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |