2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 680 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 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2005 SsangYong Korando 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. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Skoda Fabia | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
Model | Fabia | Korando |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |