1999 Audi A3 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A3 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
