2008 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1896 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |