2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (272 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1285 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 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (400 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
Make | Skoda | Audi |
Model | Fabia | Q7 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5088 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3002 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |