2009 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Fit | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Fit | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
