2003 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 244 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka.
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 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Ka | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 18.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
