2002 Volvo V70 vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2002 Volvo V70 and 2002 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 618 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 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia. 2002 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2002 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2002 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Volvo V70 | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Volvo | Skoda |
Model | V70 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |