2004 Audi A4 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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 A4 (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia. 2007 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2004 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2004 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A4 2007 Skoda Octavia
Make Audi Skoda
Model A4 Octavia
Year Released 2004 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 156 Nm
Torque RPM 1950 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 223 km/hour 198 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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