2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 51 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 Ford Focus (202 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Focus | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1221 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |