2008 Audi A6 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 Audi A6 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
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2008 Audi A6 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A6 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |