2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 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 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mondeo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1469 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 45 L |
