2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. Both 2004 Skoda Fabia and 2003 Volkswagen Golf are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
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2004 Skoda Fabia | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2512 mm |