2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 139 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
