2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 191 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan Pickup | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Pickup | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1254 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |