1996 Nissan Patrol vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Patrol (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 602 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, 1996 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Patrol | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1882 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
