2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
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 @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
| Model | Lacetti | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
