2008 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia

To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 4,163 cc, 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (330 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 2008 Audi A6 (421 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Audi A6 2007 Skoda Octavia
Make Audi Skoda
Model A6 Octavia
Year Released 2008 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 1896 cc
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 421 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 192 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.1 seconds 12.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.6 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 55 L


 

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