2009 Mini Cooper vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
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 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2009 Mini Cooper 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 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mini Cooper | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Mini | Skoda |
Model | Cooper | Fabia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 18.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |