2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. 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, 2005 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A3 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |