2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Fabia | 2010 BMW 335 | |
Make | Skoda | BMW |
Model | Fabia | 335 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |