2008 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | BMW | Skoda |
| Model | 650 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
