2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1337 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Express | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
