2005 Opel Zafira vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 188 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 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Zafira | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Zafira | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |