2003 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Montero 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mitsubishi Montero | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Montero | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
