2009 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 207 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Accord | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |