2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia

To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta.

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, 2004 Ford Fiesta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Fiesta 2006 Skoda Fabia
Make Ford Skoda
Model Fiesta Fabia
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1198 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 86.9 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 184 km/hour 160 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 16.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1108 kg 1165 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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