2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2007 Skoda Fabia and 2007 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 169 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |