2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 2 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 300 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 2007 Buick Rainier 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, 2007 Buick Rainier 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Buick Rainier 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. 2007 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Rainier | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Buick | Skoda |
| Model | Rainier | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
