2009 Nissan Xterra vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Xterra | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Xterra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
