1998 Renault Safrane vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 630 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Safrane | Fabia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |