2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 16 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Skoda | Toyota |
Model | Fabia | Corolla |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |