2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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 (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Focus | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |