2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,423 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 24 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fabia | Citi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
