2007 Renault Espace vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2007 Renault Espace (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Espace | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
