2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 874 kg more than 1999 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Pathfinder | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2074 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
