2000 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 46 kg more than 2000 Ford Escort.
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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2006 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2006 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Escort | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Escort | Fabia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1124 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |