2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 131 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2005 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 325 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make BMW Skoda
Model 325 Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 184 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 4750 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 107 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2470 mm


 

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