2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo V50 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Skoda | Volvo |
| Model | Fabia | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
