2008 Nissan Navara vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 976 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Navara | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Nissan | Skoda |
Model | Navara | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |