2005 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mustang weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Mustang | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Ford | Skoda |
Model | Mustang | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 126 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |