2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Forester (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Forester weights approximately 333 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester 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, 2004 Subaru Forester (319 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Fabia | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |