2006 Honda S2000 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda S2000 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 2006 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda S2000 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | S2000 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
