2008 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Skoda Superb
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Superb. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Superb would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Superb (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Superb weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. 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, 2002 Skoda Superb (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2002 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Civic | Superb |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
