2004 Ford Fusion vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fusion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fusion would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fusion (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 53 kg more than 2004 Ford Fusion.
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 Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fusion | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Fusion | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |