2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2012 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia. 2012 Audi TT 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. 2012 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | TT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
