2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1999 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 605 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Quest (334 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1999 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Quest | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |
