2008 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 237 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.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |