2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 351 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.
Because 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
Model | Fabia | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |