2009 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 43 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Civic | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |