2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
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 Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (206 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 440 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.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Fabia | Legacy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |