2008 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 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, 2010 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Audi S4 | |
Make | Skoda | Audi |
Model | Fabia | S4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1826 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |