2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Lotus Elise is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 339 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Lotus | Skoda |
Model | Elise | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 195 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 896 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |