2002 Skoda Fabia vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 8 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (84 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Fabia | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Polo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
