2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 181 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Skoda | Honda |
| Model | Octavia | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
