2006 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 114 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Octavia | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
