2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 7 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Skoda | Renault |
| Model | Fabia | Duster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
