2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Quest | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
