2005 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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 (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Megane | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Megane | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
