1999 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Alero | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Skoda |
| Model | Alero | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
