2005 Skoda Fabia vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 125 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.
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 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Skoda Fabia | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Skoda | Toyota |
| Model | Fabia | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
