2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 563 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 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2005 Chevrolet Equinox (285 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Equinox | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
