2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Almera and 2006 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 285 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (138 Nm). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Almera | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Almera | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
