2009 Renault Espace vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Renault Espace is newer by 7 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Espace weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2009 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Espace | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Espace | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| 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 | 239 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
