2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Fabia (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
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2005 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Skoda | Skoda |
Model | Fabia | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |