2008 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2008 Opel Vectra and 2008 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Opel Vectra | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Vectra | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |