2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2005 Smart Coupe is newer by 2 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Coupe (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Coupe should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Skoda Fabia (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe. 2005 Smart Coupe has automatic transmission and 2003 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2003 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Skoda | Smart |
| Model | Fabia | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 1820 mm |
