2009 Nissan Versa vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 92 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Versa | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
