2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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 Skoda Fabia (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1420 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |