2003 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia

To start off, both 2003 Saab 05-Sep 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 358 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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Saab 05-Sep 2003 Skoda Fabia
Make Saab Skoda
Model 05-Sep Fabia
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 1422 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1488 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 45 L


 

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