2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Octavia (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Octavia | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
