2008 Skoda Octavia vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 770 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.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia. 2013 BMW 5 Series 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. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Octavia | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Octavia | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| 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 | 109 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
