2009 Volvo S40 vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Volvo S40 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S40 weights approximately 269 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 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S40 | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Volvo | Skoda |
| Model | S40 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1339 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
