2003 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Audi A4. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi A4. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
