2006 BMW M5 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 685 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW M5 2001 Skoda Fabia
Make BMW Skoda
Model M5 Fabia
Year Released 2006 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4998 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1755 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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