2004 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda B2500 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | B2500 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4031 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2470 mm |
