2008 Rover 45 vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 112 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.
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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 45 | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Rover | Skoda |
Model | 45 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |