2001 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2001 BMW 325 and 2001 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 325 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 2001 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | BMW | Skoda |
Model | 325 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |