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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 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 452 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 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 | 4163 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
