2007 Skoda Fabia vs. 2002 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 400 kg more than 2002 Toyota Yaris.
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 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Skoda Fabia | 2002 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
