2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
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2005 Skoda Fabia | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Avensis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |