2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1073 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Ram | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
