2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,421 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Citi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.4 seconds | 11.3 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 | 1240 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
