2008 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2002 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2002 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |