2004 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. Both 2004 Audi A4 and 2005 Skoda Fabia are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A4 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
