2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 6 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, 2011 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster.
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, 2011 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Skoda | Renault |
Model | Fabia | Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |