2006 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2006 Ford Explorer 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, 2006 Ford Explorer 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Explorer | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Explorer | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
