2001 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Almera (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Almera weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Almera. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Almera | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Almera | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
