2008 Fiat Strada vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Strada and 2008 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 84 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. 2008 Fiat Strada weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
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 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Strada | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Fiat | Skoda |
Model | Strada | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |