2002 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 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 Opel Astra (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Astra | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Astra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 45 L |
