2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS and 2004 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | CLS | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |