2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 685 kg more than 2003 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 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Skoda |
| Model | Town & Country | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
