2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Opel Corsa 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 1,684 cc, 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (105 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Corsa | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Corsa | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1420 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.4:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 23.6 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1235 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |