2005 Acura EL vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Acura EL.
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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura EL | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Acura | Skoda |
Model | EL | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |