2009 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 2001 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A3 2001 Skoda Fabia
Make Audi Skoda
Model A3 Fabia
Year Released 2009 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1968 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 45 L