2005 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 99 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. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Zafira. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Zafira | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Zafira | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 176 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
