2007 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 151 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 Pontiac Grand Prix is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
Model | Grand Prix | Fabia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 312 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |