2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall 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, 2004 Vauxhall Corsa (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Vauxhall Corsa | |
Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
Model | Fabia | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |