2009 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Escape | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 45 L |
