2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 325 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Logan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Skoda | Renault |
| Model | Octavia | Logan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
