2003 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 320 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.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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, 2003 Audi A6 (235 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A6 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
