2004 Renault Clio vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. Both 2004 Renault Clio and 2007 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. 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 (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Clio | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Clio | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
