2005 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A4 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A4 2008 Skoda Octavia
Make Audi Skoda
Model A4 Octavia
Year Released 2005 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 148 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.5:1
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1698 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 55 L


 

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