2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1551 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Skoda |
| Model | Corniche | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2736 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
