2006 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 530 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |