2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2004 Skoda Fabia and 2004 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo C70 (197 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo C70 weights approximately 521 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 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Skoda | Volvo |
Model | Fabia | C70 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1196 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |