2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 155 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.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Octavia | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
