2002 Kia Visto vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2002 Kia Visto 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 274 kg more than 2002 Kia Visto. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Visto | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Kia | Skoda |
Model | Visto | Fabia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 796 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |