2007 Acura TSX vs. 1996 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (125 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1996 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Acura | Skoda |
| Model | TSX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3530 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
