2001 Audi A2 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 438 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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A2 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1368 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 | 34 L | 55 L |
