2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 5 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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 (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ. 2005 Mazda AZ 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. 2005 Mazda AZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Fabia | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Skoda | Mazda |
| Model | Fabia | AZ |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
