2006 Renault Laguna vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Renault Laguna and 2006 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Octavia (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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 Skoda Octavia (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (192 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Laguna | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Laguna | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |