2008 Skoda Roomster vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (50 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 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 Roomster (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Roomster | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Roomster | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
