2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
