2000 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 470 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 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Skoda | Ford |
Model | Fabia | Kuga |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |