2006 Nissan Sentra vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Sentra | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sentra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 55 L |
