2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2003 Peugeot 407 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 350 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 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
Model | 407 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |