2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia. 2012 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Fabia | S4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
