2000 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 177 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Pontiac | Skoda |
| Model | Grand Prix | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
