2008 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Audi | Skoda |
| Model | A3 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
