1997 Renault Espace vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 1997 Renault Espace and 1997 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Renault Espace. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Espace weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Espace. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Espace | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Espace | Octavia |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |