2006 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Audi A6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (335 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 A6 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
