2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
Model | SLK | Fabia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |