2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1186 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.
Because 2010 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Skoda | Nissan |
| Model | Fabia | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
