2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 661 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Skoda | SsangYong |
| Model | Fabia | Korando |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
