2006 Saab 9-7X vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 460 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 2006 Saab 9-7X 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 9-7X | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Saab | Skoda |
| Model | 9-7X | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1422 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
