2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Trafic 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 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Skoda | Renault |
| Model | Fabia | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
