2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Fabia | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
