1996 Skoda Octavia vs. 2009 Audi A5
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (125 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 271 kg more than 1996 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Octavia. (169 Nm @ 3530 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Octavia. 2009 Audi A5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1996 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | A5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3530 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
