2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 61 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
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2001 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Skoda | Skoda |
Model | Fabia | Fabia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |