2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 4 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Octavia | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
