2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 356 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
