2004 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Audi A8 and 2004 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A8 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A8 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, 2004 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2004 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Audi A8 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A8 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |