2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
