2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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. Both 2005 Skoda Fabia and 2007 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,968 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 101 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 Volkswagen Golf (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Skoda Fabia | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |