1997 Skoda Felicia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 343 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Skoda Felicia | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Felicia | Touran |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
