2005 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | NSX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
