2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 315 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 2005 Audi A4 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, 2005 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, 2005 Audi A4 (230 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2003 Skoda Octavia
Make Audi Skoda
Model A4 Octavia
Year Released 2005 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1785 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 174 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 148 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 77.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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