Skoda Octavia 1997 vs BMW 3 series 2002
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 101 HP | 116 HP | |
| Torque: | 145 NM | 175 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.2 seconds | 11 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is a more dynamic driving. Skoda Octavia engine produces 15 HP less power than BMW 3 series, whereas torque is 30 NM less than BMW 3 series. Due to the lower power, Skoda Octavia reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.8 | 7.1 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.6 l/100km | 8.1 l/100km | |
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By specification Skoda Octavia consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Skoda Octavia could require 105 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Skoda Octavia consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 63 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 700 km in combined cycle | 880 km in combined cycle | |
| 900 km on highway | 1140 km on highway | ||
| 720 km with real consumption | 770 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Skoda Octavia engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Polo, Seat Ibiza, Seat Toledo | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Skoda Octavia might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Skoda Octavia 1997 1.6 engine: This is a simple and reliable engine with an impressive lifespan when properly maintained. However, many of its issues stem from air leaks, so checking hoses and the intake manifold is essential. The ignition ... More about Skoda Octavia 1997 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.51 m | 4.47 m | |
| Width: | 1.73 m | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.42 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Octavia is 4 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Skoda Octavia is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 528 litres | 440 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1330 litres | no data | |
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Skoda Octavia has more luggage capacity. Skoda Octavia has 88 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 10 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Octavia is 0.8 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Skoda Octavia can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`765 | 1`810 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | BMW 3 series has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Skoda Octavia has serious deffects in 40 percent more cases than BMW 3 series, so BMW 3 series quality is probably significantly better | ||
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 2800 | |
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