2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2000 Holden Astra
To start off, both 2000 Skoda Fabia and 2000 Holden Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 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 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra. 2000 Holden Astra has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Skoda Fabia | 2000 Holden Astra | |
Make | Skoda | Holden |
Model | Fabia | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |