2003 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2003 Opel Astra and 2003 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 354 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Astra | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Opel | Skoda |
Model | Astra | Fabia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |