2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 2011 Audi S4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2005 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi S4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Skoda | Audi |
| Model | Fabia | S4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2809 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
