1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 740 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.
Because 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
