2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Hyundai Elantra (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
Model | Elantra | Fabia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |