2000 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 305 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Skoda | Renault |
| Model | Octavia | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
