2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 760 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.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Pilot (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Pilot | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |