2005 Audi A2 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 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A2 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.5 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 | 895 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
