2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 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 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 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, 2001 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2001 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Audi A8 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A8 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3936 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 55 L |