2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude 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 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
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, 2005 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Etude | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1197 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
