2003 Renault Koleos 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 Renault Koleos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Koleos would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Koleos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Koleos (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Koleos weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Koleos. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Koleos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Koleos | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Koleos | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1761 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
