2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 398 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Skoda | Chevrolet |
Model | Fabia | Orlando |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |