2002 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 200 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 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 Ford Focus (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2003 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
