2005 Nissan Frontier vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 2005 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Frontier | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Frontier | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
