2003 Mazda Demio 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 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio.
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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Demio | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Demio | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
