1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 465 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Trans Sport | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
