2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 BMW 323
To start off, 2010 BMW 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia 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 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2010 BMW 323 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Octavia | 323 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
