2007 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia. 2002 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 328 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
