2007 Nissan Micra vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 5 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, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
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, 2007 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Micra | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Micra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
