2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,420 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C3 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1420 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |