2005 GMC Yukon vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 GMC Yukon 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1010 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 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 GMC Yukon 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make GMC Skoda
Model Yukon Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 1420 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 286 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2250 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2520 mm


 

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