2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Sonoma (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 320 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 GMC Sonoma 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 GMC Sonoma 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Sonoma | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
