2006 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 6 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. Both 2006 Renault Grand Scenic and 2000 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 305 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, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
