2008 BMW 523 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
Because 2008 BMW 523 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 2008 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 523 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
