2003 Audi A6 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Audi A6. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A6. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
