2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2004 Skoda Fabia and 2004 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Outback weights approximately 475 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.
Because 2004 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (285 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Fabia | Outback |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 285 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |