2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 800 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 2010 BMW 535 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 2010 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Octavia | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
