2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2005 Toyota Stallion

To start off, 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 1,998 cc, 2005 Toyota Stallion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Stallion (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Stallion should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Stallion weights approximately 266 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 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 2005 Toyota Stallion. 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, 2005 Toyota Stallion (158 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Stallion 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 Stallion
Make Skoda Toyota
Model Fabia Stallion
Year Released 2001 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 158 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 8.8:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1336 kg
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 70 L


 

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