2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Cee'd (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 143 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.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Skoda | Kia |
| Model | Fabia | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1367 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
