2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 32 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Xsara | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |