2012 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Jazz (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 2004 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Jazz | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Jazz | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 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 | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
