2009 Audi A6 vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3129 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
