2004 Lincoln Navigator vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1664 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 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lincoln Navigator | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
| Model | Navigator | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2719 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2470 mm |
