1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 547 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2004 Skoda Octavia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
