2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
