2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Fabia | Outback |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
