2003 Fiat Siena 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 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Fiat Siena.
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, 2003 Fiat Siena (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Siena | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Siena | Fabia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |