2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1526 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
