2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 7 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 535 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Nitro | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
