2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 2002 Vauxhall Corsa
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Corsa would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 301 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.
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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 2002 Vauxhall Corsa | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fabia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
