2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Octavia | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
