2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 761 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 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler Town & Country 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make Chrysler Skoda
Model Town & Country Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3785 cc 1221 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 112 Nm
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 86.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1941 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 62 L


 

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