2007 Toyota Prius vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Prius 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Prius (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 226 kg more than 2002 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Prius | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Toyota | Skoda |
| Model | Prius | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
