2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2009 BMW 125
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 515 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 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. 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, 2009 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 2009 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Fabia | 125 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
