2001 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Sirion 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Sirion | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Skoda |
| Model | Sirion | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
