2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Fabia | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
