2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Kangoo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
