2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 56 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, 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt (206 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Skoda Fabia 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt
Make Skoda Chevrolet
Model Fabia Cobalt
Year Released 2005 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1422 cc 2201 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.6 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 49 L


 

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