2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra 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.
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 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Vectra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
