2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 10 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Skoda |
| Model | SL | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
