2003 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
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2003 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
Model | Accent | Fabia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |