2008 Nissan Rogue vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Rogue and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Rogue (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Rogue weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Rogue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Rogue 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 Nissan Rogue (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Rogue | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Rogue | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
