2007 Skoda Octavia vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2012 BMW 1 Series 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 2012 BMW 1 Series. 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, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Octavia. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Octavia | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Octavia | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
