2008 Audi A4 vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 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, 2008 Audi A4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
