2012 BMW 116 vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 116 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4324 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
