2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Fabia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
