2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | NP300 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
