2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 251 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica.
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 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Tata Indica | |
Make | Skoda | Tata |
Model | Fabia | Indica |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |