2007 Renault Clio vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Clio | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.2 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 | 965 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
