2009 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
Because 2008 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 650. 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, 2009 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Octavia. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 650 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
