1999 Ford Tracer vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Tracer (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Tracer should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Ford Tracer.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Tracer | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Tracer | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
