2005 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Audi A3 and 2005 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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, 2005 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Audi | Skoda |
Model | A3 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |