2006 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 2 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. At 3,188 cc, 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 745 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, 2006 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A3 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3188 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
