2002 Skoda Fabia vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 5 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 501 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 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Fabia | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Fabia | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
