2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2001 Ford Cougar and 2001 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Cougar weights approximately 209 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 2001 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Cougar | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Cougar | Fabia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |