1999 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. Both 1999 Audi A4 and 2001 Skoda Octavia are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 36 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
