2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 361 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2005 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick LaCrosse 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make Buick Skoda
Model LaCrosse Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 240 Nm
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 19.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 1224 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2800 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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