2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 3 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 172 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, 2007 Nissan Qashqai (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Qashqai | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Qashqai | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
