2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 116 (136 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 135 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 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Skoda | BMW |
| Model | Fabia | 116 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
