1997 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1997 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1997 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3002 mm |
