2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (79 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Skoda Fabia | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
Model | Fabia | Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |