2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 760 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 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Jeep | Skoda |
| Model | Liberty | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
