2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 2,952 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 215 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 2001 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Patrol | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
