2005 Skoda Octavia vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Octavia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. Both 2005 Skoda Octavia and 2004 Skoda Fabia are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 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 (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
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2005 Skoda Octavia | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Skoda | Skoda |
Model | Octavia | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |