2004 Nissan Almera vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Almera 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Almera. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Nissan Almera. 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 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Almera. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Almera | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Almera | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1459 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
