2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,968 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 128 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, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1404 mm |
