1998 Holden Commodore vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Holden Commodore weights approximately 380 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 1998 Holden Commodore 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 1998 Holden Commodore. 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, 1998 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Holden Commodore | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Holden | Skoda |
Model | Commodore | Fabia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |