2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Proton Impian
To start off, both 2005 Skoda Fabia and 2005 Proton Impian were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Impian is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Impian (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Impian should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Impian weights approximately 35 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 Proton Impian (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Impian will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2005 Proton Impian | |
Make | Skoda | Proton |
Model | Fabia | Impian |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |