2001 Audi A2 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2001 Audi A2 and 2001 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2001 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A2 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A2 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |