2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Ranger (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ranger | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1205 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
