2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (113 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
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 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Xsara | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.9 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 | 1315 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |