2005 Daewoo Lanos vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Lanos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Lanos would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lanos | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daewoo | Skoda |
| Model | Lanos | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
