2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2005 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 2005 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 (300 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2005 Skoda Octavia
Make Audi Skoda
Model A4 Octavia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2983 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 200 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm


 

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