2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 180 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 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | Accent | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 114 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 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
