2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 273 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
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 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Micra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
