2003 Audi RS4 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2003 Audi RS4 and 2003 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi RS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi RS4 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi RS4 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, 2003 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Audi RS4 2003 Skoda Octavia
Make Audi Skoda
Model RS4 Octavia
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 377 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 449 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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