2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Octavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | X5 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 55 L |