2006 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1802 cc | 1983 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 55 L |
