2002 Skoda Fabia vs. 2004 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 626 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.
Because 2004 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia. 2004 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 2002 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2002 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Fabia | 2004 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Skoda | Holden |
| Model | Fabia | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
