2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 15 kg more than 2007 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Fabia | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |