2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 8 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), 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (95 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Lacetti | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
