2004 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2004 Audi A3 is newer by 3 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A3 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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, 2004 Audi A3 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A3 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
