2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 2 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 448 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 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Mustang 2002 Skoda Fabia
Make Ford Skoda
Model Mustang Fabia
Year Released 2004 2002
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 1420 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 126 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75.6 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1518 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 45 L


 

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