2007 Renault Scenic vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 325 kg more than 2000 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 Renault Scenic (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Scenic | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Scenic | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
