2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 445 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Vel Satis | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
