2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 7 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 502 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 2008 Nissan Qashqai has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Qashqai will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Skoda | Nissan |
Model | Fabia | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |