2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Skoda | Fiat |
| Model | Fabia | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
