2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Expedition weights approximately 40 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Expedition | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
