2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 790 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2002 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Cherokee | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1074 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
