2004 Skoda Fabia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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. Both 2004 Skoda Fabia and 2006 Volkswagen Passat are equipped with a 1,984 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 2006 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2004 Skoda Fabia has manual transmission. 2004 Skoda Fabia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Skoda | Volkswagen |
Model | Fabia | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |