2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make Jeep Skoda
Model Grand Cherokee Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4703 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 230 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 394 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 95.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4010 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 5.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 45 L


 

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