2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 490 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Fabia | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
