2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
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 Nissan Sentra (176 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Sentra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
