2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2010 Dacia Duster is newer by 7 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 70 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 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Skoda | Dacia |
| Model | Fabia | Duster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1130 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
