2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 904 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 Chevrolet Uplander (298 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Chevrolet Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Uplander | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 112 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |