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 1,597 cc, 2006 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Almera (108 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 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 245 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.
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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm) has 10 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 | 1595 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
