2006 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 5 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 BMW X3.
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 X3 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | X3 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 55 L |