2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-5 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-5 weights approximately 318 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, 2013 Mazda CX-5 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
| Make | Skoda | Mazda |
| Model | Fabia | CX-5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
