2007 Renault Grand Espace vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Renault Grand Espace and 2007 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 531 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Grand Espace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 Grand Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Renault Grand Espace has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Grand Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Renault Grand Espace | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Grand Espace | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |