2008 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 1 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1375 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.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
| Model | Range Rover | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2545 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 45 L |
