2008 Renault Megane vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. 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 2008 Renault Megane. 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 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Megane | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Megane | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
