2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 5 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), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 239 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10.
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 (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Skoda | Hyundai |
| Model | Fabia | i10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
