2008 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2008 Skoda Fabia and 2008 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster 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 Skoda Fabia (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius. 2008 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 2008 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2008 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |