2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 340 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 Skoda Octavia has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 330 | Octavia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |