2003 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2003 BMW Z4 and 2003 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW Z4 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW Z4 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 2003 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 BMW Z4 (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW Z4 | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | Z4 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
