2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Fabia | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 99 L |
