2011 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2011 BMW 530 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 2011 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 530 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 530 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
