2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 402 kg more than 2003 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2003 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Caddy |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |