2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1067 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Touareg |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |