2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 825 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 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Skoda Fabia | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Fortuner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |