2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 9 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 247 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Kia | Skoda |
| Model | Cee'd | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
