2007 Mercedes-Benz GL vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL and 2007 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1260 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | GL | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 45 L |
