2001 Renault Kangoo 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 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 34 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2002 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Kangoo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
