2005 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Focus | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
