2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 994 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.

Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make BMW Skoda
Model X5 Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 210 km/hour 162 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 16.3 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1176 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 45 L


 

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