2005 Skoda Fabia 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 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 30 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 (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Skoda | Skoda |
| Model | Fabia | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 149 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.6 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 | 1200 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
