2005 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 4 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 390 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 325 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
