2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Equinox 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 527 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.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Equinox | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |