2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 10 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 449 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Skoda Fabia | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Jetta |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2651 mm |