2005 Renault Avantime vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Avantime. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Avantime | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Avantime | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |