2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 308 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (241 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Xterra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
