2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1095 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2002 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2002 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Octavia | Titan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 140 L |
