2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Altima and 2007 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 180 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 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Altima | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Altima | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |