2006 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Nissan Xterra.
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 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Xterra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
