2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia.

Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Nissan Frontier 2005 Skoda Octavia
Make Nissan Skoda
Model Frontier Octavia
Year Released 2007 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3954 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 381 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3200 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 5.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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