2005 Audi S4 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2001 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | S4 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
