1998 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 15 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (414 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 730 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 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (549 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Skoda Octavia | 2013 Audi A7 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | A7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2914 mm |
