2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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, 2005 Citroen C2 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C2 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
