1998 Skoda Octavia vs. 2003 Audi A6
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia. 2003 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1998 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 1998 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Skoda Octavia | 2003 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | A6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
