2012 Nissan NV vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 11 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1608 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 2012 Nissan NV 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 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2012 Nissan NV (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan NV | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | NV | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6111 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2131 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3711 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 45 L |
