2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 138 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 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 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 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-350 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 45 L |
