2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 9 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 270 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Skoda | Seat |
Model | Fabia | Exeo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2642 mm |