2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Micra 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 252 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. 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 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra. 2007 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Micra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.3 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
