2007 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 28 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 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2007 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |