2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM3 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM3 (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 46 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM3.
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, 2004 Samsung SM3 (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2004 Samsung SM3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Samsung SM3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Skoda | Samsung |
| Model | Fabia | SM3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
