2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 245 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 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Corvette | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |