2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
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, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Fabia | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | Fabia | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
