2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 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, 1997 Skoda Octavia (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Kangoo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
