2003 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,954 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2135 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Excursion | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5954 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3370 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
