2005 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 Cadillac STS 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 556 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.

Because 2005 Cadillac STS 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 2005 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (339 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Cadillac STS 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make Cadillac Skoda
Model STS Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3556 cc 1420 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 19.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 229 km/hour 170 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.4 seconds 14.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1796 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 4.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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