2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 456 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Frontier | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
