2005 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 BMW 318 and 2005 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 318 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
