2001 Skoda Fabia vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 3,538 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3538 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |