2002 Skoda Fabia vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 691 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 2012 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL 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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Fabia | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Skoda | Acura |
| Model | Fabia | TL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
