2003 Ford Puma vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2003 Ford Puma is newer by 1 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Puma (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 36 kg more than 2003 Ford Puma.
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, 2003 Ford Puma (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Puma | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Puma | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
