2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
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 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 2002 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fiesta | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
