2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (171 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | Familia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
