2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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. Both 2005 Skoda Fabia and 2008 Volkswagen Polo are equipped with a 1,390 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.7 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 | 1170 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
