2001 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Porsche 911 2002 Skoda Fabia
Make Porsche Skoda
Model 911 Fabia
Year Released 2001 2002
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3596 cc 1390 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 315 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.8 mm 75.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.3:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3970 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 45 L


 

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