2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2010 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2010 Lada Niva 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, 2010 Lada Niva 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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Skoda | Lada |
| Model | Fabia | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
