2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| 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 | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
