2005 Renault Laguna vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Renault Laguna 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 245 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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2005 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Renault Laguna | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Laguna | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |