2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Tata Safari
To start off, 2010 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tata Safari weights approximately 744 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 2010 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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, 2010 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Safari 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 Safari | |
Make | Skoda | Tata |
Model | Fabia | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |