2005 Opel Astra vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Astra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 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 | 1160 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
