2005 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotus Elise 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 (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 290 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, 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 Lotus Elise (186 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Elise | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lotus | Skoda |
| Model | Elise | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
