2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 197 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
Model | Fabia | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |