2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2001 Skoda Octavia and 2001 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (111 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 11 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna. 2001 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Octavia | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Skoda | Renault |
Model | Octavia | Laguna |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |