2005 BMW 525 vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 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 2005 BMW 525 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 525. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2003 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2003 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 525 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
