2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2009 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Kia Carnival is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2003 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1165 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.
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, 2009 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Fabia. 2009 Kia Carnival has automatic transmission and 2003 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2003 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Skoda Fabia | 2009 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Skoda | Kia |
| Model | Fabia | Carnival |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2910 mm |
