2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 275 kg more 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Skoda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fabia | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1689 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |