2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2008 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A3 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |