2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Octavia | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Skoda | Audi |
Model | Octavia | Q3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |