2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 127 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Ridgeline | Octavia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |