2007 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |