2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 96 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 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Skoda | Ford |
| Model | Fabia | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2489 mm |
