2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 806 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 2010 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (527 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2010 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Skoda | Chrysler |
| Model | Fabia | 300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
