2010 Audi A5 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 7 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), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A5 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A5 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |
