2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Hardbody and 2005 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 481 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 Hardbody (278 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Hardbody | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1831 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |
