2004 Land Rover Freelander vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1260 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.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Freelander | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Land Rover | Skoda |
Model | Freelander | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 196 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |