2010 Honda Jazz vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 293 kg more than 2010 Honda Jazz. 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (114 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Jazz | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Jazz | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
