2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 44 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 Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2012 Volkswagen Touran 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Touran |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |