2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 325 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 15.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
