2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Fiesta | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
