2008 Rover 25 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 Rover 25.
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 (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 25 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 25 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |