2007 Ford Ka vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka is newer by 6 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 168 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ka | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Ka | Fabia |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |