2002 Skoda Octavia vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Skoda Octavia | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
