2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | F-350 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 45 L |
