2005 Fiat Idea 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 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Idea (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Fiat Idea.
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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Idea. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Idea | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Idea | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |