2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 320 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |