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 (140 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (105 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 250 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 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 | 1493 cc | 1896 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |