2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X is newer by 4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 148 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2009 Ford Taurus X has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Taurus X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Taurus X | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Taurus X | Fabia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |