2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1999 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Jazz | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Jazz | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |