2004 Daewoo Kalos vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Kalos would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Kalos (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
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2004 Daewoo Kalos | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
Model | Kalos | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |