Ford Fiesta 2004 vs Skoda Fabia 2001

 
Ford Fiesta
2004 - 2005
Skoda Fabia
2001 - 2004
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 1.6 Petrol1.4 Petrol
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming belt

Performance

Power: 100 HP75 HP
Torque: 146 NM126 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.7 seconds17 seconds
Ford Fiesta is more dynamic to drive.
Ford Fiesta engine produces 25 HP more power than Skoda Fabia, whereas torque is 20 NM more than Skoda Fabia. Thanks to more power Ford Fiesta reaches 100 km/h speed 5.3 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.57.8
Real fuel consumption: 8.6 l/100km7.5 l/100km
The Skoda Fabia is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise.
By specification Ford Fiesta consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Fabia, which means that by driving the Ford Fiesta over 15,000 km in a year you can save 45 litres of fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Ford Fiesta consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Fabia.
Fuel tank capacity: 45 litres45 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 600 km in combined cycle570 km in combined cycle
760 km on highway750 km on highway
520 km with real consumption600 km with real consumption
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 470'000 km370'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Ford Fiesta engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 11 years4 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Ford C-Max, Ford FusionInstalled on at least 8 other car models, including Volkswagen Golf, Volkswagen Polo, Skoda Octavia, Audi A2
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Hydraulic tappets: noyes
The Skoda Fabia engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Skoda Fabia 2001 1.4 engine: Engine is known for its simplicity, compact design, and overall reliability. Many complaints from owners are related to power loss or fluctuating idle, often caused by issues with the throttle body, EGR valve, or air leaks ...  More about Skoda Fabia 2001 1.4 engine 

Dimensions

Length: 3.92 m3.96 m
Width: 1.68 m1.65 m
Height: 1.46 m1.45 m
Both cars are similar in size. Ford Fiesta is 4 cm shorter than the Skoda Fabia, 3 cm wider, while the height of Ford Fiesta is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 284 litres260 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
947 litres1015 litres
Even though the car is shorter, Ford Fiesta has 24 litres more trunk space than the Skoda Fabia. The Skoda Fabia may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Skoda Fabia (by 68 litres).
Turning diameter: 9.8 meters10.5 meters
The turning circle of the Ford Fiesta is 0.7 metres less than that of the Skoda Fabia, which means Ford Fiesta can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): no data1`570
Safety:
Quality:
above average

average
Ford Fiesta has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Skoda Fabia has serious deffects in 25 percent more cases than Ford Fiesta, so Ford Fiesta quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 12001000
Rating in user reviews: 7.5/10 8.8/10
Pros and Cons: Ford Fiesta has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • fewer faults
Skoda Fabia has
  • higher ratings in user reviews
  • lower price
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