2009 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2009 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia. 2003 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
