2002 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2002 Audi A8 and 2002 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2002 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Audi A8 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A8 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2520 mm |