2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fabia | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
