2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2004 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 Daewoo Lacetti (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
| Model | Lacetti | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 16.3 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 | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
