2011 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2011 Ford Mustang is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Mustang weights approximately 557 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.
Because 2011 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Mustang (379 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia. 2002 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Mustang | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Mustang | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1627 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4778 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1425 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
