Skoda Octavia 2000 vs Audi A4 2001
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 102 HP | 102 HP | |
| Torque: | 148 NM | 148 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 14.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds | |
| Skoda Octavia and Audi A4 have the same engine power, the torque is the same for both cars. Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.1 | 7.7 | |
| Skoda Octavia consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi A4, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Octavia could require 60 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 670 km in combined cycle | 900 km in combined cycle | |
| 870 km on highway | 1160 km on highway | ||
| Audi A4 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Polo, Seat Ibiza, Seat Toledo | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A3, Seat Exeo | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Skoda Octavia might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Skoda Octavia 2000 1.6 engine: This is a simple and reliable engine with an impressive lifespan when properly maintained. However, many of its issues stem from air leaks, so checking hoses and the intake manifold is essential. The ignition ... More about Skoda Octavia 2000 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.51 m | 4.55 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.43 m | |
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Skoda Octavia is smaller. Skoda Octavia is 4 cm shorter than the Audi A4, 4 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 528 litres | 445 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1328 litres | no data | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Skoda Octavia has 83 litres more trunk space than the Audi A4. The Audi A4 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 0.3 metres less than that of the Audi A4. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`790 | 1`845 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Audi A4 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Skoda Octavia, so Audi A4 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 1800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 5.3/10 | 7.2/10 | |
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