2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1290 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 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Skoda | Lexus |
| Model | Fabia | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
