2002 Renault Laguna vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Laguna. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Laguna | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Laguna | Octavia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |