2002 Renault Megane vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Megane weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Megane | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
