2008 Skoda Fabia vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 45 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, 2000 Skoda Fabia (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Fabia | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 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 | 1115 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
