2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 485 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.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Audi A6 | |
Make | Skoda | Audi |
Model | Octavia | A6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4925 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |