2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 94 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2002 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Octavia | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
