2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A3 weights approximately 95 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 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Octavia | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
