2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Skoda Superb

To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Superb. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2004 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2004 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Superb. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Superb.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Audi A8 2004 Skoda Superb
Make Audi Skoda
Model A8 Superb
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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