2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 272 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
