2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,420 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
