2009 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 73 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Skoda Octavia (311 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |