2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 9 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Skoda Fabia | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Skoda | Proton |
| Model | Fabia | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
