2002 Skoda Fabia vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2002 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Zafira would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 316 kg more than 2002 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, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Fabia | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fabia | Zafira |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
