2007 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 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 | 50 L | 55 L |