2007 Nissan Navara vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 794 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Navara | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2124 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
