2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 373 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Fabia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
