2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2012 Dodge Journey is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Journey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2012 Dodge Journey has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Journey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
Make | Skoda | Dodge |
Model | Fabia | Journey |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |