2009 Lexus LX vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Lexus LX is newer by 8 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LX weights approximately 546 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.
Because 2009 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LX | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lexus | Skoda |
| Model | LX | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 45 L |
