2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (102 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | Vaneo | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |