2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia

To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 175 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.

Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2008 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Octavia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Octavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 335 2008 Skoda Octavia
Make BMW Skoda
Model 335 Octavia
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2977 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 235 Nm
Torque RPM 1300 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 191 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.7 seconds 11.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 55 L


 

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