2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 335 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Skoda |
| Model | i30 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
