2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 10 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 544 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.
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, 2010 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Skoda | Opel |
Model | Fabia | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |