2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 55 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 (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Fabia | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |