2005 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 BMW 330 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 330 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
