2005 Opel Corsa vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Corsa | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
