2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (344 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1030 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 344 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
