2007 Ford Territory vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2007 Ford Territory 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 3,982 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Territory (328 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 1045 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 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory 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, 2007 Ford Territory (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2001 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2001 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Territory 2001 Skoda Fabia
Make Ford Skoda
Model Territory Fabia
Year Released 2007 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3982 cc 1984 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 125 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.3 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 95.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2175 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1900 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 45 L


 

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