2005 Renault Kangoo vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Renault Kangoo | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Kangoo | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |