2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 800 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.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Skoda | Opel |
Model | Fabia | Antara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |