2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm.
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 Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | Prizm | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |