2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 5,667 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (471 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Lumina | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
