2001 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Skoda Superb

To start off, both 2001 Audi A8 and 2001 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Superb. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A8 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2001 Skoda Superb. 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 Superb. 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Superb. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Superb.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Audi A8 2001 Skoda Superb
Make Audi Skoda
Model A8 Superb
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 2771 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 10.6:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1578 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 62 L


 

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