2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 2002 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 10 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 663 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 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan GT-R | 2002 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | GT-R | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 607 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
