2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 648 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 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, 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2007 Skoda Fabia
Make Jeep Skoda
Model Grand Cherokee Fabia
Year Released 2005 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4701 cc 1388 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 235 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 394 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.5 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 45 L


 

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