2007 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1035 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Pathfinder | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 18.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2235 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
