2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (158 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Nissan Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 45 L |
