2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 230 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fabia | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
