2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1030 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 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
