2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 142 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | GTI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
