2009 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 1 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 330 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
