2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Skoda | Opel |
| Model | Fabia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
