2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 470 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.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | 6 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
