2006 Renault Modus vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Renault Modus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Renault Modus. 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 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Modus | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Modus | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1245 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
