2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Aygo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2005 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
