2006 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Audi A3 and 2006 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia. 2006 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A3 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |