2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 282 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
