2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Altima 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Altima | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Altima | Fabia |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 195 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |