2001 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 10 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 320 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 2011 BMW 123 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Octavia | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Octavia | 123 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1411 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
