2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 191 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2000 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2000 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Silverado | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
