2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2005 Skoda Fabia and 2005 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Superb (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Superb weights approximately 75 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 Superb (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2005 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia | Superb |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
