2005 Saturn LW vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2005 Saturn LW 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn LW (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn LW weights approximately 168 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 Saturn LW (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saturn LW 2005 Skoda Fabia
Make Saturn Skoda
Model LW Fabia
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1398 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 45 L


 

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