2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 440 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 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Skoda Fabia 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make Skoda Subaru
Model Fabia Legacy
Year Released 2001 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1422 cc 2456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1070 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 3970 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 64 L


 

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