2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia, 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 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Fabia | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Fabia | 335 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
