2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 555 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Skoda | Volvo |
Model | Fabia | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |