2008 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Fabia and 2008 Volkswagen Touran were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 438 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 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |